Advocacy

Master Plumbers Australia and New Zealand (MPANZ) has continued to grow in strength by fostering excellent collaboration and adopting a unified MPANZ policy position in the areas of licensing, qualifications and regulation.

Across Australia, plumbing businesses face similar challenges. There are differences in regulation across state boundaries, but by and large plumbing and business operations remain constant – particularly for companies that work in multiple jurisdictions. Master Plumbers associations across the country are united and working together on the critical issues that impact our respective members no matter where they are based.

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National Focus Items

Championing Consistent, Evidence-based Regulation

Maintain high safety standards and protect public health through rigorous regulation, consistent national standards, and enhanced oversight of plumbing products and construction practices.

Securing the Sustainability and Integrity of the Plumbing Industry

Advocate for legislative reform to ensure fair and timely compensation for plumbers and subcontractors who face significant financial pressures due to unfair contract terms and delayed payments in the construction industry.

Future Proofing our Skilled Workforce

Address the critical workforce shortage in the plumbing industry due to declining apprenticeship commencements, high training costs, and insufficient government incentives, which threatens its ability to meet future demands.